Quinn du Paras
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His Lord the Future Duc du Paras, House Paras; engaged to Joie de Mornay
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Post by Quinn du Paras on Aug 2, 2009 18:41:11 GMT -5
“That should be a compliment, but every time you say something that that it feels like a threat,” I told him, grinning.
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Lucien de Clairmont
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Sovereign Duc of Siovale; Baron de Clairmont
Son of Charles and Rosetta de Clairmont
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Post by Lucien de Clairmont on Aug 2, 2009 18:53:53 GMT -5
I laughed. "It's a little of both. You know, be nice or I dump a province in your lap, that sort of thing," I said with a teasing grin.
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Quinn du Paras
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His Lord the Future Duc du Paras, House Paras; engaged to Joie de Mornay
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Post by Quinn du Paras on Aug 2, 2009 18:58:15 GMT -5
“You’re just that kind of awful to do such a thing,” I said, flicking another nut at him. This one ricocheted off his cheek. “Perhaps I need to speak with Phreya about hastening your walk to the altar.”
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Lucien de Clairmont
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Sovereign Duc of Siovale; Baron de Clairmont
Son of Charles and Rosetta de Clairmont
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Post by Lucien de Clairmont on Aug 3, 2009 1:57:23 GMT -5
I cleared my throat a little. "I don't think that's necessary. She doesn't need any encouragement."
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Quinn du Paras
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His Lord the Future Duc du Paras, House Paras; engaged to Joie de Mornay
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Post by Quinn du Paras on Aug 3, 2009 12:20:27 GMT -5
Oooo, a sore spot.
“Eager is she?” I asked.
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Lucien de Clairmont
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Sovereign Duc of Siovale; Baron de Clairmont
Son of Charles and Rosetta de Clairmont
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Post by Lucien de Clairmont on Aug 3, 2009 22:45:04 GMT -5
"That's one way to put it," I said in a soft voice. Then, even softer, "In love with me is another." Gods, even telling Quinn made me want to shift uncomfortably. It was just all so fast, I hadn't had any time to get used to the idea.
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Quinn du Paras
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His Lord the Future Duc du Paras, House Paras; engaged to Joie de Mornay
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Post by Quinn du Paras on Aug 3, 2009 22:46:10 GMT -5
“And do you love her?” I asked, my voice soft as well.
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Lucien de Clairmont
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Sovereign Duc of Siovale; Baron de Clairmont
Son of Charles and Rosetta de Clairmont
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Post by Lucien de Clairmont on Aug 3, 2009 23:40:32 GMT -5
"I... I just met her. I don't know yet," I said, my discomfort showing in the hand that ran through my hair. "I care for her. I can see myself falling for her. I... I'm just not quite there yet."
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Quinn du Paras
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His Lord the Future Duc du Paras, House Paras; engaged to Joie de Mornay
Posts: 1,898
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Post by Quinn du Paras on Aug 3, 2009 23:43:58 GMT -5
Chuckling, I reached out and squeezed his shoulder. “Maybe you should go talk to Mother,” I said, smiling gently.
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Lucien de Clairmont
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Sovereign Duc of Siovale; Baron de Clairmont
Son of Charles and Rosetta de Clairmont
Posts: 1,079
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Post by Lucien de Clairmont on Aug 4, 2009 17:03:29 GMT -5
I chuckled. "I'd like to fall in love without your mother's loving interference," I replied. "We'll see."
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Quinn du Paras
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His Lord the Future Duc du Paras, House Paras; engaged to Joie de Mornay
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Post by Quinn du Paras on Aug 4, 2009 17:12:46 GMT -5
"She doesn't interfere, just clears things up, trust me," I said, smiling and sitting back in my chair.
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Lucien de Clairmont
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Sovereign Duc of Siovale; Baron de Clairmont
Son of Charles and Rosetta de Clairmont
Posts: 1,079
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Post by Lucien de Clairmont on Aug 5, 2009 17:50:44 GMT -5
"Well regardless, I should certainly visit your parents on my next trip to Siovale. It's been far too long. Are you thinking of visiting Paras any time soon?" I asked.
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Quinn du Paras
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His Lord the Future Duc du Paras, House Paras; engaged to Joie de Mornay
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Post by Quinn du Paras on Aug 5, 2009 22:12:10 GMT -5
“Before too long I hope. I’d like to take Joie to meet mother and father,” I answered.
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Lucien de Clairmont
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Sovereign Duc of Siovale; Baron de Clairmont
Son of Charles and Rosetta de Clairmont
Posts: 1,079
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Post by Lucien de Clairmont on Aug 5, 2009 22:40:27 GMT -5
"I'd be thinking we could travel together," I said. "But I'll stay out of the way for that. I'm sure your parents will want to focus their attentions on Joie."
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Quinn du Paras
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His Lord the Future Duc du Paras, House Paras; engaged to Joie de Mornay
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Post by Quinn du Paras on Aug 5, 2009 22:42:07 GMT -5
“Oh no, I think they’d be even happier to see us all together,” I told him. “You could bring Phreya too if you like. Unless you were thinking of getting some time to yourself.”
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Lucien de Clairmont
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Sovereign Duc of Siovale; Baron de Clairmont
Son of Charles and Rosetta de Clairmont
Posts: 1,079
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Post by Lucien de Clairmont on Aug 5, 2009 22:58:03 GMT -5
"Oh, I just didn't want to intrude. Let me know when you're thinking of going, and I'll ask Phreya," I replied, then paused as a thought hit me. "You just want Isabeau to see the two of us together," I accused him with a laugh.
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Quinn du Paras
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His Lord the Future Duc du Paras, House Paras; engaged to Joie de Mornay
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Post by Quinn du Paras on Aug 5, 2009 22:59:44 GMT -5
My eyes went wide and I tried to look innocent. “I hadn’t even thought of that,” I said.
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Lucien de Clairmont
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Sovereign Duc of Siovale; Baron de Clairmont
Son of Charles and Rosetta de Clairmont
Posts: 1,079
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Post by Lucien de Clairmont on Aug 5, 2009 23:39:43 GMT -5
"Right," I drawled, my voice heavy with sarcasm. "Too intelligent by half you are."
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Quinn du Paras
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His Lord the Future Duc du Paras, House Paras; engaged to Joie de Mornay
Posts: 1,898
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Post by Quinn du Paras on Aug 5, 2009 23:44:44 GMT -5
I laughed and clapped him on the shoulder. “You’re getting smarter, you saw my tactic quickly.”
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Lucien de Clairmont
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Sovereign Duc of Siovale; Baron de Clairmont
Son of Charles and Rosetta de Clairmont
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Post by Lucien de Clairmont on Aug 6, 2009 14:15:38 GMT -5
"Little consolation," I replied, but it was with a grin. "Especially around your scheming ways."
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Quinn du Paras
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His Lord the Future Duc du Paras, House Paras; engaged to Joie de Mornay
Posts: 1,898
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Post by Quinn du Paras on Aug 6, 2009 14:30:14 GMT -5
“You have such a poor opinion of me,” I said, smiling.
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Lucien de Clairmont
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Sovereign Duc of Siovale; Baron de Clairmont
Son of Charles and Rosetta de Clairmont
Posts: 1,079
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Post by Lucien de Clairmont on Aug 6, 2009 21:17:48 GMT -5
"Formed through many years of studying your scheming ways," I replied comfortably, leaning back in my chair.
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Quinn du Paras
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His Lord the Future Duc du Paras, House Paras; engaged to Joie de Mornay
Posts: 1,898
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Post by Quinn du Paras on Aug 6, 2009 22:45:49 GMT -5
“Are you ready for another?” I asked, pointing to his ale.
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Lucien de Clairmont
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Sovereign Duc of Siovale; Baron de Clairmont
Son of Charles and Rosetta de Clairmont
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Post by Lucien de Clairmont on Aug 6, 2009 23:12:30 GMT -5
"Why not?" I replied with a chuckle. "Unless you have to get back to Joie?"
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Quinn du Paras
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His Lord the Future Duc du Paras, House Paras; engaged to Joie de Mornay
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Post by Quinn du Paras on Aug 6, 2009 23:21:31 GMT -5
“Not at all, I told her I’d be out all afternoon,” I said, signaling to the server. “Shall we get some food too?”
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Lucien de Clairmont
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Sovereign Duc of Siovale; Baron de Clairmont
Son of Charles and Rosetta de Clairmont
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Post by Lucien de Clairmont on Aug 6, 2009 23:36:37 GMT -5
"Probably a good idea. I do want to make it home, and I'm not sure I could find it at a stumble," I said with a grin.
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Quinn du Paras
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His Lord the Future Duc du Paras, House Paras; engaged to Joie de Mornay
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Post by Quinn du Paras on Aug 6, 2009 23:38:28 GMT -5
“Good point,” I said, laughing. “The roast here is very good, I’ve had it before.”
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Lucien de Clairmont
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Sovereign Duc of Siovale; Baron de Clairmont
Son of Charles and Rosetta de Clairmont
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Post by Lucien de Clairmont on Aug 7, 2009 13:57:18 GMT -5
"Sold," I replied with a grin. The server arrived from Quinn's summoning after weaving her way through the tables. "Another round, and the roast for me. Quinn?"
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Quinn du Paras
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His Lord the Future Duc du Paras, House Paras; engaged to Joie de Mornay
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Post by Quinn du Paras on Aug 7, 2009 13:59:03 GMT -5
“Roast for me as well,” I said. “And extra bread.” The server nodded and headed off. “Now I’m starving,” I said, chuckling.
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Lucien de Clairmont
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Sovereign Duc of Siovale; Baron de Clairmont
Son of Charles and Rosetta de Clairmont
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Post by Lucien de Clairmont on Aug 8, 2009 1:13:21 GMT -5
"All growing boys need their meals," I jested with a laugh.
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